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Thanks to you, the Entre nous column is already buzzing with activity, and the hot topic of the moment is the NEXUS Card, because if you used it during your last entry into the United States, you have an advantage.
According to information from the Canadian Snowbirds Association and the immigration law firm, Exeo, NEXUS cardholders who last entered the United States using their NEXUS card are now registered and therefore do not need to fill out Form G-325R for stays of 30 days or more in the U.S., as the NEXUS card serves as valid proof of registration.
Update announced by the Canadian Snowbirds Association
On August 30, 2026, the Canadian Snowbirds Association (ACS) stated on its website: “NEXUS members who were last admitted to the United States under the NEXUS program are now considered to be already registered.” USCIS [U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services] specifies that individuals who were last admitted under a trusted traveler program—including NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST, and Global Entry—are considered to be already registered.”
Members enrolled in a trusted traveler program such as NEXUS are therefore considered to be already registered with U.S. authorities if their most recent admission to the United States was through that program.
The association adds: “Please note, however, that this provision applies to individuals who were last admitted under an eligible trusted traveler program; it therefore does not automatically apply to all NEXUS members.” Click here to visit the ACS website.
Attorney Séguin explains two important nuances
According to Attorney Séguin, co-founder and partner at Exeo: “Two nuances are worth noting. First, it is not simply the possession of the NEXUS card that matters, but the fact of having been admitted through the program upon the last entry (i.e., using the NEXUS card). A NEXUS member who enters through a regular lane without an I-94 remains subject to registration as soon as their stay reaches 30 days. Subsequently, the card serves as proof of registration, and the law requires that individuals 18 years of age and older have it in their possession during their stay.”
Note Regarding Form G-325R
Mr. Séguin adds regarding Form G-325R: “For those who must complete it, the form is not only intrusive but also complex. For example, a person with a criminal record—even after receiving a Canadian pardon—would be required to disclose that record on Form G-325R. Such a disclosure could then result in inadmissibility to the United States. Failing to provide a complete and truthful response could lead to a lifetime ban from entering the country. The consequences arising from these documents are therefore serious, and it is recommended to consult with an attorney before completing a G-325R or for any questions.” Click here to visit the Exeo website.
As for the rest
As for the rest, Attorney Séguin states: “Nothing has changed. The requirement to re-register after 30 days remains in effect; the review is conducted anew for each stay; and a child who turns 14 in the United States must re-register even if they entered via NEXUS.”
Fingerprints
NEXUS cardholders who enter the United States using their trusted traveler status do not need to request new fingerprinting at the border for a stay of 30 days or more, as their biometric data is already on file in U.S. systems as part of the NEXUS program.
Proceeding to Regular NEXUS Lanes by Vehicle
You can present your NEXUS card as identification at regular lanes. Although the NEXUS card is generally sufficient for land-based identification, it is always recommended to have your passports with you in the vehicle in case of a thorough inspection or a technical issue with the computer system.
Number of Canadians Affected
According to TheTravel.com, this update could affect approximately 1.6 to 1.7 million Canadians who are members of the joint U.S.-Canadian NEXUS Trusted Traveler Program.
Links of Interest:
USCIS, Alien Registration Requirement: https://www.uscis.gov/alienregistration
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Translated by DeepL
Frequently Asked Questions
– NEXUS cardholders who last entered the United States using their NEXUS card are now registered and therefore do not need to fill out Form G-325R for stays of 30 days or more in the U.S.. Do we still need to apply for the I-94?
No, because the I-94 is automatically generated when you enter using NEXUS, provided your last entry into the U.S. was made with that card.
– Do we need to make sure it’s properly recorded in their system when crossing the land border with our NEXUS card?
Even though the entry is recorded electronically and your card serves as proof of registration, it is recommended that you verify and download your proof of admission (the official I-94 form) directly from the official CBP I-94 website to ensure that your status and authorized length of stay are correctly recorded. https://I94.cbp.dhs.gov
– And do we need to ask border officials to take our fingerprints even if we had them taken for Nexus several years ago?
NEXUS cardholders entering the United States using their trusted traveler status do not need to request a new fingerprinting at the border for a stay of 30 days or more, as their biometric data is already on file in U.S. systems as part of the NEXUS program.
– Can we use our NEXUS card at regular checkpoints since we can’t go through the NEXUS lane in a motor vehicle?
You can present your NEXUS card as identification at regular lanes. Although the NEXUS card is generally sufficient for land-based identification, it’s always recommended to have your passports with you in the vehicle in case of a thorough inspection or a technical issue with the computer system. But be careful! “You must ensure that the NEXUS card is actually used for admission. You must have been admitted via NEXUS for it to count as a registration,” says Me Séguin of Exeo.
